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The BA (Hons) Criminology and Policing degree gives you an in-depth knowledge of contemporary policing and criminal justice. You’ll learn from both academics and invited speakers with real-world policing experience, getting a genuine feel for key issues related to police work.

In the first two years you concentrate on foundations of criminology and sociology. In years three and four you study the specific areas related to criminal justice and policing, such as:
Criminal investigation and policing in practice; Cybercrime and policing technology; Drugs, addiction and society; Gender, crime and victimology; The sociology of race and ethnicity.

If you are keen to work for the police, you have the opportunity to apply to be a special constable. This experience puts you in a great position to pursue a career in the police force or to work in the police service after graduation.

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

Standard entry: 4 Highers at BBBB including English or another English based subject plus National 5 English and Maths or Applications of Maths at least at National 4. National 4 Biology, Chemistry or Physics will be accepted in place of Maths.

Widening access entry: 3 Highers at BBC including English or another English based subject at B plus National 5 English and Maths or Applications of Maths at least at National 4. National 4 Biology, Chemistry or Physics will be accepted in place of Maths.

For entry to second year, you must have 3 Advanced Highers at ABB including English or another English based subject and History or Modern Studies.